“Going Through The Motions” is a slang term that means to do something without enthusiasm or genuine interest. It refers to carrying out a task or activity mechanically or without any real passion or purpose.
When someone is “going through the motions,” they are simply going through the expected actions or steps without truly engaging or investing themselves in the task at hand. It often implies a lack of motivation or emotional involvement, where the person may be physically present but mentally absent.
Example 1: After the long day at work, Sarah was exhausted and just went through the motions of cooking dinner without putting much effort or enjoyment into it.
Example 2: John’s heart wasn’t in his presentation, and it was evident that he was just going through the motions, reading off the slides with no enthusiasm.
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